When it comes to protein, I think we can all agree it is a major player in the trio of essential macronutrients. Protein is necessary for almost every function in our bodies. It can repair and rebuild muscle, provide energy and boost immunity. However, there can be some confusion about protein. How much do we actually need? Is animal protein better
Say what??? Eat more fat and lose weight?? How can that be so??? Well, in the world of diet and nutrition, eating a high fat diet is all the rage. Let's take a look and see what all the fuss is about. The diet du jour that advocates this theory is the Ketogenic diet. There are
When it comes to buying produce, one of the most common questions people ask me is "should I spend the extra money on buying organic?" And, my answer is always yes. Let me explain. Last month, the Environmental Working Group came out with their updated version of the Dirty Dozen and the Clean 15. Sounds like movie titles,
Happy St. Patrick's Day! Hope you are enjoying a bit of Irish goodness today. Perhaps a green salad to go along with your green smoothie?? As we head toward the official start of spring next week, an abundance of green can be seen all around. Spring is a time of renewal. A rebirth of all
That's right..... I am telling you to eat more chocolate!! But not just any chocolate. Definitely not the confection in the heart shaped box that you may have received for Valentine's day. Although those chocolates may look delicious, they are full of preservatives, sugar and processed cocoa. When it comes to chocolate, go right to
Happy New Year!! A new year often signifies new beginnings After indulging a little (or a lot) through the holidays, January seems to be the time when we think about resolutions, diets, and getting healthy. Recently, I had the pleasure of being a guest speaker on a series of webinars. The topics discussed were diets
Although the days are still warm, the cooler mornings tease us into thinking fall will be upon us very soon. I grew up in the Midwest and fall was my favorite season. I have fond memories of trips to the apple orchard for fresh cider, warm pumpkin donuts and bushels of crisp, juicy apples. I have not
Hello and welcome to my blog. I am so excited to finally start the process of sharing ideas about health and nutrition or whatever I think you might find interesting. I hope that the information I present will be helpful to you and provide some inspiration in your life. By the way, I think the learning curve on
